French Mimolette, also called "Boule de Lille," dates back to the reign of Louis XIV, who prohibited the import of Dutch cheeses into France. The residents of Flanders (now part of Belgium), the northernmost region of France, had strong cultural ties to Holland (many still speak Dutch as their first language today) and dearly loved the banished Dutch specialties. Their alternatives were to either smuggle in the contraband cheeses or make a go at producing their own - with a French twist, of course! And so, Mimolette was born.

Young Mimolette is a semi-hard cheese that has the same texture and spherical shape as Dutch Edam. It is produced in bowling-ball sized, nine-pound spheres with a bright orange-colored interior and orange wax rind. Its taste is gloriously sweet, yet uncommonly tame for a French cheese. Mimolette Jeune is easy to slice for sandwiches, for melting, or for a snack.

It's very good with a softer semi hard texture. I really like it but liked the flavor of the aged mimolette a little more

By Lee Pair Whitakerfrom Mississippion Sep 16, 2012

Semi-hard cheese

This is a great cheese choice for crackers and wine. It is firm and easy to slice. Smooth and delicate but not fragile. Also wonderful for a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich.

By ivanchemistfrom Drums, Paon Sep 08, 2012

A milder alternative to gouda

Nice, easy to eat cheese. But not outstanding

By baldwinbuddyfrom Cheboygan, Michiganon Aug 12, 2012

Try It. You'll Like It!

I tried it for the first time and I really liked it.
I concur, in general, with the Dutch Edam-like characterization of this cheese. It has a similar texture and taste although may be slightly sweeter and a little milder. It melts very well and cuts into bite-sized cubes for cheese plate appetizers very nicely.
Cut it when cooler but please allow the chesse to reach room temperature befoe serving. The warmth enhances the flavor immensely.
Enjoy!

By Kevin in Afghanistanfrom Eastern Afghanistanon Aug 11, 2012

Cheese Order

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By carltonfrom Ruidoso New Mexicoon Aug 05, 2012

Try it you will like it

Great I will buy more later

By Clipperfrom W.V.on Jun 28, 2012

Mild Flavor

Melts easily, great for fondue. Also a good grilled cheese sandwich.

By charelsfrom Adirondackson Apr 30, 2011

Delicate and Delightful

Delivery was prompt and packaged extra well.

By Dfrom Emmaus, PAon Nov 26, 2010

Delicious!

This is a terrific, mild cheese that's great by itself and even better melted. The bright orange color really spices up a cheese plate.

By Jimfrom Outer banks, North Carolinaon Nov 26, 2010

A Cheese That's a Little Different

Perfect for a French dinner so all the cheese course selections were not "white" cheeses.